About Chalk Lake
Number of accommodations: 11
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
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2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (170)
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground offers excellent access to a lake, river, and numerous hiking trails, making it ideal for families and group camping. Camp host Randy receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, contributing to the campground's clean and well-maintained environment. While some sites are close together and lack shade, the stunning views, tranquil sounds of the creek, and proximity to local attractions enhance the overall experience for visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Chalk Lake Campground offers excellent access to a lake, river, and numerous hiking trails, making it ideal for families and group camping. Camp host Randy receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, contributing to the campground's clean and well-maintained environment. While some sites are close together and lack shade, the stunning views, tranquil sounds of the creek, and proximity to local attractions enhance the overall experience for visitors.
Review Summary
Bill K
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I went camping to chalk Lake with two other couples. We loved the campground and the beauty of being between the two fourteeners that one of the couples and myself stayed an additional night. We went 2 Saint Elmo and enjoyed going through the old country store. It was so nice having the large Creek flowing along the campground. Randy the camp host was very friendly. We love camping there so much that we want to go back two to three times every camping season.
Bill K
VerifiedJune 14, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: CHAL
I went camping to chalk Lake with two other couples. We loved the campground and the beauty of being between the two fourteeners that one of the couples and myself stayed an additional night. We went 2 Saint Elmo and enjoyed going through the old country store. It was so nice having the large Creek flowing along the campground. Randy the camp host was very friendly. We love camping there so much that we want to go back two to three times every camping season.
Pam B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Well kept, nice host, clean restrooms.
Pam B
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHAL
Well kept, nice host, clean restrooms.
Dwight D
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Bathrooms stink and are full of flies. Disgusting.
Dwight D
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
Bathrooms stink and are full of flies. Disgusting.
Kimberly S
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
The campground is well maintained, and located in a beautiful area. We had site 11, which is very close to the creek. The sound was very relaxing. The host was helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!
Kimberly S
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHAL
The campground is well maintained, and located in a beautiful area. We had site 11, which is very close to the creek. The sound was very relaxing. The host was helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!
Jerry M
VerifiedAugust 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
We are a regular visitor to Chalk Lake. The new campground host is excellent and was most helpful. As usual, the grounds were very clean, restrooms clean and an overall excellent experience. Will be back again next year - - assuming we can make reservations.
Jerry M
VerifiedAugust 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: CHAL
We are a regular visitor to Chalk Lake. The new campground host is excellent and was most helpful. As usual, the grounds were very clean, restrooms clean and an overall excellent experience. Will be back again next year - - assuming we can make reservations.
Location Chalk Lake
Address:
Salida Ranger District
Salida, CO, 81201
United States
From Buena Vista, Colorado, take Highway 285 south to Nathrop. Turn west on County Road 162 and travel 8 miles to the campground.
Chalk Lake Camp is accessible via Highway 285, which is approximately 8 miles from the campground when traveling from Nathrop.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.7128 / -106.234
Elevation: 2669 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
